Osaka Katsuo Sacred Site + Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple + Kyoto Arashiyama Day Tour, Spirited Away Inspired Day Tours
from $59.70
- Transport included
- Guide included
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Highlights
- Explore Kyoto's hidden gem - Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple with its thousand stone statues, reminiscent of Spirited Away, and listen to the wind through Arashiyama's
- Depart from Osaka, flexible return options to Kyoto/Osaka
- Katsuo-ji 2-hour activity duration, stamp postcard check-in and Daruma blessing for victory and good luck.
About this experience
Please provide your full name at the designated meeting point on the day of your trip.
What to expect
Katsuo-ji, originally named "Shōō-ji TempleLater, because in Japanese the characters for "king" and "tail" are homophones, this name gradually became popular. Many people come here to seek the luck of "victory." It is also an ideal place to view autumn foliage. With a history of 1,300 years, this temple has been visited by powerful figures throughout the ages, including the Minamoto and Ashikaga clans. Even today, people from around the world come here to pray for success in health, career, exams, sports, and love. The numerous "kachi daruma" (victory daruma) displayed on the offering shelves are placed by devotees who return to express gratitude after achieving their goals. The concept of "victory" at Katsuo-ji is not about defeating others but about overcoming oneself. By making wishes to the kachi daruma, facing one's inner self, and overcoming personal weaknesses through self-improvement and perseverance, one's wishes can be fulfilled.
What's included
- Transportation service fee
- Bus
- Driver-guide
- Vehicle service time: within 10 hours (as per Japanese law)
- Free for children under 3 years old when held in lap and not occupying a seat
Things to note
- Children under 3 years old can ride for free if held in lap (no seat provided); children 3 and above pay adult fare.
- Reminders:
- Minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by at least one adult traveler throughout the entire trip.
- Travelers aged 70 and above must ensure they are in good health and suitable for travel, and must be accompanied by an adult.
- If the itinerary is delayed or canceled due to force majeure factors such as weather or transportation, no refund will be issued.
- If you leave the group during the trip, it will be considered an invalid transaction and no fees will be refunded.
- No refund will be provided for any missed or discontinued itinerary due to personal reasons or late arrival.
- Vehicle service time: within 10 hours (as per Japanese law)
- The vehicle type will be adjusted based on the actual number of participants on the day of the tour.
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